Harpreet Kaur
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Alberta Health Services
02.2025 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse (Acute Care Long Term Care, Labour and Delivery)
Alberta Health Services
10.2024 - Current
- Prepared patients for appointments, completing intake processes and giving instructions
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance nursing skills and knowledge
- Worked with interdisciplinary team to organize and implement patient care plans
- Offered knowledgeable, evidence-based health services in community-based locations
- Intervened and stabilized patients during emergencies with immediate first aid, CPR or advanced life support care
- Conducted regular patient health assessments, identifying changes in condition and responding appropriately
- Checked patients' diets, physical activities and risk factors for disease
- Administered prescribed medications, monitoring patients for adverse reactions
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient information accurately and confidentially
Licensed Practical Nurse (Acute Care Postpartum, Medical Surgical)
Alberta Health Services
03.2021 - 09.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery
- Breastfeeding Support to mothers, postpartum assessment and care to new mothers
- Collected samples for laboratory testing, such as blood draws, urine specimens, and throat swabs
- Explained procedures to patients and answered questions to reduce anxiety and increase level of cooperation
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences in care planning discussions
- Supported unit needs through supply management and recordkeeping
Education
Bachelor of Science - Palliative And Hospice Care
MacEwan University
Edmonton, AB04.2019
Associate of Science - Diploma in Gerontology
MacEwan University
Edmonton, AB12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Punjab Nursing Council
01.2016
Skills
- Administering Medication
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Postpartum care
- New born assessment
- Post operative care and Assessment
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Family Communication
- Catheter Care
- Documenting intake
- Health Education
- Emergency Response
- Geriatric Care
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Care
- CPR certification
Additional Qualifications
FERN-Emergency Nursing Provincial Education Program.
CAM-A-Cardiac Arrest Management-A module.
CAM-B.
Lead II.
CVAD certification
NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Program.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention 2-day training course.
CTAS
Current BLS
ACLS
Pediatric building blocks
RAI Assessor
OBIX Assessment
Charge Nurse workshop attended
Transfusion therapy
Next generation assessment certification
Medication administration certification
Postpartum orientation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Alberta Health Services
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse (Acute Care Long Term Care, Labour and Delivery)
Alberta Health Services
10.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse (Acute Care Postpartum, Medical Surgical)
Alberta Health Services
03.2021 - 09.2024
Associate of Science - Diploma in Gerontology
MacEwan University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Punjab Nursing Council
Bachelor of Science - Palliative And Hospice Care
MacEwan University
Similar Profiles
Nerissa DauloNerissa Daulo
Environmental Services II at Alberta Health Services University of AlbertaEnvironmental Services II at Alberta Health Services University of Alberta
Brenda BaltimoreBrenda Baltimore
Temporary Clinical Supervisor at Alberta Health Services / Recovery AlbertaTemporary Clinical Supervisor at Alberta Health Services / Recovery Alberta
FREDERICK PahanonotFREDERICK Pahanonot
Environmental Services II at Alberta Health Services - University of Alberta HospitalEnvironmental Services II at Alberta Health Services - University of Alberta Hospital
Allison MasseyAllison Massey
Physical Therapist at South Health Campus - Alberta Health ServicesPhysical Therapist at South Health Campus - Alberta Health Services
MARWA EL-KALANYMARWA EL-KALANY
Patient Care Coordinator at Central Dental Family DentistryPatient Care Coordinator at Central Dental Family Dentistry